Former Albuquerque police union head Joey Sigala is now at risk of losing his law enforcement certification.

In March, he stepped down from his role as union president amid controversy and accusations of misconduct. Then in May, Sigala was arrested and charged after a domestic dispute whit his wife. He was fired from the Albuquerque Police Department in July.

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Sigala went before the Law Enforcement Academy Board in October and its recommendation was to revoke his certification. Online documents show that Sigala told the board he had no excuse for his behavior, that he took full responsibility for his actions, and asked for leniency.

Sigala also apologized for showing up to the domestic dispute in an Albuquerque police vehicle and uniform.

Medina said Sigala is still certified while he waits for a hearing to appeal the decision.

As for Sigala’s criminal case, the Santa Fe District Attorney is handling it. An attorney there told Target 7 that three of Sigala’s charges have been dropped and he’s only facing two misdemeanors. He goes to trial next month.